For Boarding Parents

In this section you will find useful information regarding our boarding program at Baylor. Please explore and let us know if you have any questions.

Partnership with Parents

The folks within the residential community are certainly aware how difficult it is sending a child away to school. We partner with parents on many levels to help ease the transition to the boarding community. Communication is the key to this partnership and we encourage parents to be connected to our First Class email system and to never hesitate to contact the school with a question or with a suggestion to make the best better!

Getting Started: "Baylor Welcomes"

New parents receive a folder we call "Baylor Welcomes" in early summer. The information provided will help answer some of the most commonly asked questions about computers, dorm room needs, and uniforms.

Transitioning New Students

Throughout the year, we work as a team to help our students adjust to the Baylor community.  The grade deans, residential life office, counseling office, academic support, and dorm parents work together to help your child be as happy and successful at Baylor as possible.  Specifically, Lisa Drew, associate director of residential life, works throughout your child's first year to help create a smooth transition into Baylor's campus life including grade meetings, workshops, outings and fun activities

Dorm Heads and Advisers

Once students have moved into their residence hall, the approach used to achieve the educational objectives mirrors the individualized, caring approach, that is used in the Baylor classrooms. Dorm teachers work with students to help them establish and refine study skills that will help them succeed in the classroom on a nightly basis. Our advisers are experienced with this age group and work with students to set goals and make thoughtful and appropriate choices. They also allow students the opportunities to make decisions, solve problems and to try their hand in leadership roles.